Rooster and Rice – Thai
Steam rises from pots of fragrant ginger-scented rice in this vibrant eatery, where the comforting simplicity of traditional Thai street food meets modern culinary flair. Diners can tuck into succulent poached chicken served with zesty sauces or indulge in the crunch of golden Hat Yai fried chicken, each dish a masterclass in balancing delicate textures with bold, aromatic spices. From soul-warming bowls of rich Khao Soi to inventive chicken burritos, the space hums with the energy of a bustling marketplace, offering a soulful escape centered around the humble yet perfected art of the bird.
125, Kearny Street, San Francisco, CA, 94108 +14157051500 https://www.roosterandrice.com/0Cuisine: Thai
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Rooster and Rice
Dairy-Free at Rooster and Rice
Rooster and Rice in San Francisco has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice, Brown Rice and Poached Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Rooster and Rice
Rooster and Rice in San Francisco has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Poached Egg, Mixed Steamed Veggies and The Riceless. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Rooster and Rice
Rooster and Rice in San Francisco has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice, Brown Rice and Poached Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Rooster and Rice
Rooster and Rice in San Francisco has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Poached Egg, The Pearl / The Macro and Thai Wings (4 pcs). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Rooster and Rice
Rooster and Rice in San Francisco has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Poached Egg, S.Pellegrino and MELA Watermelon Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Rooster and Rice
Rooster and Rice in San Francisco has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Poached Egg, Thai Wings (4 pcs) and S.Pellegrino. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Rooster and Rice
Rooster and Rice in San Francisco has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Poached Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Rooster and Rice
Rooster and Rice in San Francisco has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice, Brown Rice and The Pearl / The Macro. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Rooster and Rice
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Hat Yai Fried Chicken | 83 g | 43.5 g |
| The Riceless | 33.2 g | 37.3 g |
| The Original (Regular) | 19.5 g | 34.5 g |
| Dry Chicken Noodle | 40.4 g | 34.3 g |
| The Pearl / The Macro | 36.2 g | 33.7 g |
| The Original (Thigh Only) | 27.5 g | 32.6 g |
| Thai Wings (2 pcs) | 11.6 g | 30 g |
| Thai Wings (4 pcs) | 11.6 g | 30 g |
| The Vegetarian | 117 g | 29.5 g |
| Kale Chicken Salad | 12.2 g | 29.4 g |
| Khao Tom Gai | 9.7 g | 21.7 g |
| Larb Chicken Sandwich | 31 g | 18.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Khao Mun Gai
- The Original (Regular) - $16: Breast & thigh with skin, fragrant chicken rice, cucumber, cilantro, KMG sauce or Ginger Scallion Sauce, side of chicken broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Original (Thigh Only) - $17: Thigh with skin, fragrant chicken rice, cucumber, cilantro, KMG sauce or Ginger Scallion Sauce, side of chicken broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Pearl / The Macro - $16: Skinless breast, brown rice, cucumber, cilantro, veggies, side of broth, KMG sauce or Ginger Scallion Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Vegetarian - $15: Poached tofu, brown rice, cucumber, cilantro, veggies, side of vegetarian broth, KMG sauce or Ginger Scallion Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Riceless - $16: Breast or thigh, veggies, cucumber, cilantro, side of chicken broth, KMG sauce or Ginger Scallion Sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- The Cutlet - $16: Panko-crusted chicken thigh with fragrant chicken rice, Thai sriracha, pickled veggies and a side of chicken broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hat Yai Fried Chicken - $15: Thai fried chicken leg, cucumbers, chicken rice, fried shallot, sweet chili sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Larb Chicken Sandwich - $14: Breaded thigh, King's Hawaiian Bun, Lettuce, Lime Aioli, Pickle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Burrito - $14: Shredded chicken, KMG rice, housemade pico de gallo, lettuce, sour cream habanero Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Soi - $17: Northern Thai coconut chicken curry broth with egg noodles Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dry Chicken Noodle - $14: Flat rice noodle, bean sprouts, carrot, yao choy, soy sauce, fried garlic, cilantro, scallion, side of chicken broth Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers & Salads
- Larb Popcorn Chicken - $14: Breaded thigh, cucumber, carrot, lime aioli sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Wings (2 pcs) - $8: Whole wings, pineapple habanero Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Thai Wings (4 pcs) - $15: Whole wings, pineapple habanero Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Spring Rolls - $8: Lettuce, Cucumber, Carrot, Side of Peanut Sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Chicken Salad - $12: Peanut, Carrot, Cucumber, Tomato, Chili Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Khao Tom Gai - $8: Organic chicken simmered in rich ginger broth thickened with rice, crispy chicken skins, egg Available at: breakfast, dinner, lunch
- Tom Yum Fries - $8: Tom yum flavored fries served with Thai sriracha and lime aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tau Hu Tod - $12: Fried Tofu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- Side Thigh - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Breast - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brown Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Broth - $3 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Steamed Veggies - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poached Egg - $2 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fried Chicken Skins - $5: 12 oz container Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Thai Tea - $4
- Vitamilk - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Sanzo - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- S.Pellegrino - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Bottled Water - $3
- MELA Watermelon Water - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coke - $4
Desserts
- Mango Coconut Sago - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
Frequently Asked Questions about Rooster and Rice
- Is Rooster and Rice dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Rooster and Rice has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including White Rice, Brown Rice and Poached Egg.
- What can I eat at Rooster and Rice on a dairy-free diet?
- White Rice, Brown Rice and Poached Egg carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Rooster and Rice have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including White Rice and Brown Rice.
- Is Rooster and Rice gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Rooster and Rice?
- Hat Yai Fried Chicken, at roughly 43.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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